Have you ever noticed how these things happen exactly when you’re already stressed? Like, the universe picks the moment you’re thinking, “I really need to pee, and I’m late,” to say, “Hold my beer.” I was that person, refreshing the traffic apps while muttering about the curse of Gatwick. And honestly, it’s a bit ironic: a road that’s meant to connect us—to airports, to holidays, to business—suddenly becomes a lid that seals everything shut.
Look, I’m not making light of the crash itself. Injuries are no joke, and the emergency crews dealt with a chaotic scene. But as a bystander, you can’t help but feel that little twitch of “there but for the grace of a split-second decision go I.” Ever had that? You drive past a mangled barrier and think, Wow, that could’ve been my snack break gone wrong.
M23 reopens after five car collision closed road between Junction 10
